A comprehensive and innovative MBA degree to prepare business students for a career
in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The rapidly-evolving global marketplace of today is highly competitive; it demands
a new kind of leadership. Students need a deep grounding in business theory along
with first-rate leadership skills, an understanding of the changing environment that
business operates in, and a keen understanding of human behavior and the ability to
motivate -- not dominate -- co-workers. The MBA programs at Golden Gate University's
Ageno School of Business are designed to give students the skills and knowledge needed
to become a successful MBA graduate in this new business environment.
PROGRAM FORMATS
Traditional Evening & Weekend MBA Program
Designed for working professionals and full time students, the traditional MBA program
gives you the opportunity to pursue a designated concentration for your learning style
and interests.
This is a flexible MBA program making it easier to balance your studies, work and
personal life. You can proceed at your own pace in sequencing courses, deciding how
many to take in a given trimester either in person or online.
View Traditional MBA Concentrations
Professional MBA Program (PMBA)
This cohort program requires five years of full-time work experience. The program
is an intensive and rewarding 16-months emphasizing the skills needed to meet real
business challenges. Classes meet in person on alternating Saturdays for sixteen months
and leverage our online platform to reduce the time spent in class. We are currently
accepting applications for our next cohort in San Francisco.
View Professional MBA Program
JD/MBA Joint Degree Program
The School of Law and Ageno School of Business partner to offer an accelerated MBA
program for students who want to pursue a JD concurrently.
View JD/MBA Program
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates of the MBA program will be able to:
- Work effectively in teams
- Sell their ideas
- Apply theory to understand real practical situations
- Think "outside the box" and develop novel solutions
- Integrate the functional department issues into a coherent strategic whole
- Analyze and synthesize problems
- Manage the development of their own careers
And will be knowledgeable about:
- Current international and global issues
- Ethical and diversity issues
- Current technology and environmental issues
- Leading change in an organization
- Current management trends
TUITION
Ageno School of Business Courses: $2,700 per 3-unit course
Tuition varies for other courses. See Tuition & Fees for details.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
GMAT
Applicants to the master of business administration degree program are required to
take the GMAT. Some exceptions to this requirement exist.
Graduate Writing Proficiency
Students admitted to the master of business administration degree program must meet
the graduate writing proficiency requirement.
Computer Proficiency
Applicants are expected to demonstrate a working familiarity with computers and software
applications appropriate for graduate studies. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet
analysis and network access capabilities are included for evaluation. Deficiencies
in computer proficiency may require additional work as determined by the faculty.
Math Proficiency
Students admitted to this program are expected to possess a level of mathematical
skill at least equivalent to College Algebra (MATH 30).
Learn more about Graduate Admission Requirements
General Concentration -- 12 UNITS
Whatever the student’s goal in the world of business, the general concentration allows
the student to tailor the MBA program to his or her individual needs.
Students may choose any four 3-unit courses from the GGU graduate catalog to build
a custom course of study. With an array of electives to choose from, students can
pick those courses that provide the set of knowledge and skills that they will need
in their careers. Students may select courses from accounting, economics, finance,
human resource management, information technology management, international business,
management, marketing, operations and supply chain management, project management,
public administration, public relations, psychology or taxation.
REQUIRED COURSES -- 12 UNITS
Four 300- or 400-level courses with the following prefixes:
ACCTG, ECON, EMPA, FI, HSM, ITM, MGT, MKT, OP, PR, PSYCH or TA.
Accounting Concentration -- 12 UNITS
A computative-focused graduate concentration designed to train MBA students for an
accounting specialty.
The concentration in accounting is recommended for MBA students with a background
in accounting, or students who have a strong interest in the field. Whether students'
career goals lie in the public sector, private industry, or not-for-profit organizations,
they learn how to apply the theory and practice of contemporary accounting to a variety
of management positions. They get abundant hands-on practice, a strong foundation
in the latest technology used in the field, and the accounting and management tools
needed to be a leader in their chosen organization.
REQUIRED COURSES -- 12 UNITS
- ACCTG 301
- Introduction to Accounting Standards and Accounting Information Systems
- ACCTG 301A
- Intermediate Accounting I
- ACCTG 301B
- Intermediate Accounting II
Any other 300-level course with the ACCTG prefix, which may NOT include ACCTG 398.
Finance Concentration -- 12 UNITS
An analytical graduate concentration designed to prepare MBA students for a finance
specialty.
Whatever goal students have in the world of business, from corporate management to
consulting and entrepreneurship, the study of finance gives them the grounding in
decision-making techniques that will help ensure the financial health of their enterprise
in the competitive global market. Students learn capital budgeting, capital structure,
investment management, and short-term capital management. Our unique method; combining
a theoretical knowledge of finance with extensive hands-on learning, using real-life
case studies and our state-of-the art computer labs, gives students the abilities
to be an effective and competent manager in any organization.
REQUIRED COURSES -- 12 UNITS
- FI 300
- Corporate Finance
Three 300- or 400-level courses (9 units) with the FI or ECON prefix, which may include:
- FI 497
- Corporate Finance
Global Supply Chain Management Concentration -- 12 UNITS
A powerful graduate concentration designed to prepare MBA students for a career in
supply chain management
Global supply chain management (GSCM) is a group of business processes involved in
providing goods and services to customers including worldwide management of purchasing,
production, logistics, inventory, order, technology, and international trade operations.
The GSCM concentration provides students with the theories and practices to be successful
in this area of modern business that is now critical for a competitive advantage.
Students take two core and two elective courses that cover the key strategic, design,
tactical, and execution management knowledge for advanced competency. The elective
courses allow students to tailor their education in the most important areas of GSCM.
This program uses real world application, key decision analytics, expert content,
cases, and projects to prepare students to become change agents for GSCM evolution
in their organizations. In addition to professional knowledge, each student will also
have the opportunity to create a career plan to accomplish their goals with the support
of academic, industry, and alumni advisors to create a regime of continuous learning
and networking beyond the degree.
CORE COURSES -- 6 UNITS
- OP 321
- Supply Chain Planning and Control
- OP 329
- Global Supply Chain Management Applications and Analytics
(to be taken as last concentration course)
ELECTIVES -- 6 UNITS
Two of the following:
- OP 301
- Sustainable Supply Chain Operations
- OP 302
- Quality Management and Process Improvement
- OP 303
- Managing Innovation and Technology
- OP 305
- Supply Chain Management Technology and Information Systems
- OP 320
- Strategic Sourcing
- OP 323
- Supply Chain Logistics Management
- OP 398
- Internship: Operations Management
Marketing Concentration -- 12 UNITS
A fundamental graduate concentration designed to prepare MBA students for success
in the rapidly changing marketing field.
Often considered the central discipline of business, the challenges and practices
of marketing are evolving along with the changes in the contemporary business environment.
This concentration prepares students to manage the marketing function inside private
or public sector business organizations. General management and marketing techniques,
such as market research and market planning, are covered along with the current trends
and techniques in the field like digital marketing, social media, and the increasing
mobile marketing trends.
REQUIRED COURSES -- 12 UNITS
Four of the following:
Any 300-level course with the MKT prefix, which may include:
- MKT 398
- Internship: Marketing
- PR 320
- Contemporary Public Relations
Multiple Concentrations
Two or more concentrations may be taken in the MBA program. In addition to the course
requirements for the concentrations, students must also complete the coursework for
all the foundation and the advanced programs. All of the coursework for multiple concentrations
must be completed prior to graduation; students may not request any additional concentrations
after they have received their MBA. The diploma will list all of the concentrations
that the student successfully completed by the date of graduation.
Project Management Concentration -- 12 UNITS
A structured graduate concentration designed to groom MBA students for careers in
project management
Golden Gate University is a PMI® member and a PMI® Registered Education Provider (REP).
The concentration in Project Management gives students grounding in multiple skills
including budgeting, conflict resolution, communication, project scope, developing
and using resources, leadership, and team building. Students gain knowledge from faculty
who are certificated by PMI®. The content of courses is integrated with the Project Management Institute, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®, Guide) - Fifth Edition,
Project Management Institute, Inc. 2013. As students progress through their courses, they are preparing themselves for the
Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification exam. The PM concentration provides an opportunity for those who wish
to build on their MBA degree work by obtaining project management skills. The certificate
is for those who may be working and intend to apply project management skills in their
present and future professional endeavors.
PMP is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
REQUIRED COURSES -- 12 UNITS
- OP 340
- Project Management
- OP 342
- Agile Management for Project Managers
- OP 343
- Project Planning and Control
- OP 345
- Project Administration, Leadership and Team Dynamics
